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Dedicated to observing and experiencing the weather along the Sierra Crest between Lake Tahoe and Mount Whitney.
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1 | 1 | 2 years 17 weeks ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Information to plan your Fall 2011 Sierra Nevada backpacking trips
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3 | 3 | 29 weeks 2 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Weather Images from the High Sierra Nevada Mountains from Tahoe to Whitney on the Pacific Crest, Tahoe to Yosemite, and John Muir Trails.
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6 | 6 | 25 weeks 1 day ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Reports on High Sierra Trail Conditions Summer 2011
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1 | 1 | 38 weeks 5 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Information on Trail conditions as they significantly change between Seasons: The opening in Spring, the end of Mosquitoes in Summer, and the advent of cold travel in Fall, through snow travel in Winter. Changes are tracked here.
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3 | 15 | 43 weeks 3 days ago by topperxxx |
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The strange "Winter" of 2011-2012
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2 | 2 | 12 weeks 3 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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All Season High Sierra Trail Reports Earlier than Spring 2011
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1 | 1 | 1 year 1 week ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Real time weather reports linked from maps depicting the main High Sierra Trails between Lake Tahoe and Mount Whitney. |
1 | 1 | 31 weeks 4 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Weather reporting stations between Showers Lake and Blue Lakes, with the Carson Pass in the middle. |
1 | 1 | 2 years 16 weeks ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Weather Stations along the Tahoe to Yosemite Trail through Desolation Wilderness. |
1 | 1 | 2 years 16 weeks ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Sonora Pass to Reds Meadow, with Yosemite in the middle.
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1 | 1 | 31 weeks 4 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Reds Meadow to the Whitney Portal.
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1 | 1 | 31 weeks 4 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Lake Tahoe to Mount Whitney contains what appears to be the longest unroaded high altitude backpacking trail in the world. Crossed by only five mountain pass roads, the trails between Lake Tahoe and Mount Whitney offer the finest high altitude long distance backpacking experiences in the world. |
4 | 4 | 1 year 9 weeks ago by wallguy |
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General Notes on the overall Tahoe to Yosemite Trip. Planning, Resupply plan, route notes. Specific Trail issues can be addressed in the TYT Trail Guide.
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1 | 1 | 48 weeks 4 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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This forum is for collecting your impressions, questions, and comments about this section. of the Tahoe to Yosemite and Pacific Crest Trails. These routes share a single track across the length of the Desolation Wilderness Southward to the beginning of the Meiss Roadless Area at Echo Summit.
Trailhead: Meeks Bay Topo Map: Desolation Wilderness |
21 | 23 | 44 weeks 23 hours ago by Unidentified Hiker |
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This forum is for hikers and backpacker's to obtain and exchange information. Links to trail guide pages provide information, while the comments link is for you to add your experiences, questions, and comments. Echo Summit is our middle Lake Tahoe traihead option for backpackers between Lake Tahoe and Mount Whitney. From Echo Summit backpacking South you are entering the Meiss Roadless Area, a special zone in the LTBMU. There are numerous potential short and medium distance backpacking loops which can be launched from Echo Summit.
Trailhead: Echo Summit Topo Map: Meiss Roadless Area |
15 | 17 | 1 year 1 week ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Your trip reports, experiences, and observations will inform others far into the future.
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1 | 1 | 11 weeks 4 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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The South Upper Truckee trailhead in Meyers is the third trailhead option described in this trail guide for Long Distance backpackers heading to Mount Whitney.
above: New sign and a new trail for the South Upper Truckee trail.Entering the Meiss Roadless Area (Meiss Country) through South Upper Truckee also offers a wide range of one to five day backpacking trips in the Meiss Roadless Area and the Carson Pass Management Unit. Learn about these trails here, and post your questions, comments, and experiences in this excellent backpacking area. Trail Guide: South Upper Truckee Trailhead Topo Map: Meiss Roadless Area |
8 | 11 | 1 year 4 weeks ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Notes and Facts about the Tahoe to Yosemite route between the Carson Gap above Highway 88 to Lake Alpine on Highway 4. Post your experiences, comments, and questions here.
Looking South at the Tahoe Yosemite route around SW of Round Top, across the 1st Southbound trail junction to the TY Trail off the PCT, from the Carson Gap. The Carson Pass sits 1.4 miles to the SE along the PCT. The Tahoe to Yosemite Trail splits off from the Pacific Crest Trail at the Carson Gap to cross onto the Western Flank of the Sierras heading to Lake Alpine. This section of the TYT features a very challenging seven mile segment of unmaintained trail from Summit City Creek to Camp Irene along Summit City Creek and the N Mokelumne River. History of the Tahoe to Yosemite Trail Trail Guide: Carson Gap and Carson Gap to Round Top Lake Topo Map: Carson Pass Region: The two trails. Route Discussion #1: Index Route Discussion #2: Trail Guide |
11 | 15 | 1 year 1 week ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Notes and Facts about the Pacific Crest Trail route between Carson Pass and Ebbetts Pass. Post your experiences, comments, and questions here.
Approaching the Carson Pass Cabin, parking lot, and historical monument while Southbound on the Pacific Crest Trail. This section of the Pacific Crest Trail features a series of unique terrains. This route follows the Eastern Flank of the Sierra Crest. South of Carson Pass. Crossing the exposed Forestdale Divide brings you into thin forests and a beautiful series of lakes stretching South from Blue Lakes to Wet Meadows Reservoir. Further South you traverse miles of eerie volcanic terrain along the exposed Eastern flanks of Raymond and Reynolds Peaks. South of Reynolds you enter a densely forested zone holding Upper and Lower Kinney Lakes. It is a short walk through a rare section of exposed granite from the Kinney Lakes to Ebbetts Pass. Trail Guide: Carson Pass to Ebbetts Pass Regional Topo: Carson Pass to Ebbetts Pass Route Discussion: PCT or TY trail to Highway 4? |
7 | 9 | 47 weeks 4 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Crossing Highway 4 on the East side of Lake Alpine marks our entry into the Carson-Iceberg Wilderness through the Silver Valley Trailhead.
and the opportunity to resupply and feed up at the Lake Alpine Lodge, Bear Valley, or Arnold. On the Southern end of the Carson-Iceberg we will pass through Kennedy Meadows, where we can also resupply |
7 | 7 | 9 weeks 1 day ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Ebbetts Pass marks the beginning of our PCT hike across the Carson-Iceberg Wilderness.
We can resupply and feed up 15 miles West down Highway 4 at the Lake Alpine Lodge. |
7 | 7 | 9 weeks 4 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Lake Tahoe to Mount Whitney miles and elevations for backpackers and hikers. |
6 | 6 | 51 weeks 3 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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From the Carson Gap to Bond Pass the Tahoe to Yosemite route is distinct from the Pacific Crest Trail
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3 | 3 | 51 weeks 3 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Miles and Elevations on the trails from Tuolumne Meadows to Reds Meadow.
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All issues concerned with planning your Backpacking Trip. Right now the Snow section has a sample five day menu approach that will show you how to make your own menu sufficient for a hard five day trip. This can be scaled up or down, and works as well in the Summer as the Winter. |
1 | 1 | 1 year 12 weeks ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Winter Snow Backpacking food set-up, experiences, tips, nice trips, and travel in High Sierra snow during Winter, Spring, and Fall. This menu plan will also work for long-distance Summer backpacking.
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12 | 12 | 1 year 33 weeks ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Permitting Authorities from Lake Tahoe to Mount Whitney.
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4 | 4 | 22 weeks 5 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Have a recipe you want to share? Dehydration and Menu tips for do it your-selfers? Cool snacks? Reviews of food products? Inform us!
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Post on your favorite self-made dehydrated meals, recipes for backpacking foods, and your do-it-yourself menus. |
1 | 1 | 2 years 8 weeks ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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How to plan a basic backpacking menu. Set daily meals, calorie counts, snacks, and packing properly for long distance High Sierra backpacking. |
1 | 1 | 1 year 46 weeks ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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This forum deals with the resupply points between Lake Tahoe and Mount Whitney. |
8 | 12 | 27 weeks 2 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Gear types and topics discussed. Winter Gear Selection Video Series featured below gear topics.
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7 | 7 | 1 year 5 weeks ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Internal & External Frame Backpacks, Ultralight Backpacks, Day Packs, Butt Packs and Hauling.
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Classic Old School External Framed Backpacks.
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Innovation allows load closer to center of gravity. Less weight capacity, warmer in Winter.
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Little or no framing, much less weight capacity, lifespan, and durability.
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Essential for scramblers. Sometimes good for short trips.
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Optional gear puts camera, maps, snacks, journal in reach.
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Other types of Packs and hauling solutions, such as shelved packframes.
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Stoves, Utensils, Cooking Gear, Food Storage and Protection, Water Filters and Purification.
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All about backpacking stoves. Add your experiences with stoves here.
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13 | 19 | 20 weeks 4 days ago by Hikin_Jim |
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Pots, Pans, Pot Holders, Sporks and snow supports.
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Plastic bags, zip-locks, ditty bags, and gear to keep food fresh and dry.
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Cans, Sacks, rock vaults, and Cord + Tree defenses from Bears.
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Hard and Soft Water Filters & Water Purification.
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Tents, Bivey Sacks, Tarps, Sleeping Bags.
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Standard Protection Gear for Backpackers.
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Sleeping Bags, Pillows, Sleeping Pads and mattresses.
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Minimalist sleeping bag covers.
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Some love them, some hate them.
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Head, Hands, Feet, and Body Gear.
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Backpacker's Shell and Insulation layers for Head and Face.
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Insulation and shell layers to keep your hands working.
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Shell and Insulation layers for upper and lower body.
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Variety of Boot weights, hiking shoes, Sandals, and less with the advent of neoprene footwear.
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What works for you? Relate your experiences with boots to help us select our next pair.
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1 | 1 | 27 weeks 4 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Are you capable of, or interested in making your own gear and gear repairs? Post your observations, experiences, techniques, and tips on gear construction here.
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3 | 3 | 48 weeks 1 day ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Personal Care and Safety Gear.
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Cover the backcountry basics and your specific needs.
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Proper gear to care for your ass and the natural environment.
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Shave, Soap, Shampoo, Skin, Snot, Lips, Hair, and Teeth care gear for long distance backpackers.
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Compass, Maps, and GPS for backpackers.
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Maps for Planning and Maps for Hiking.
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The classic backpacker navigation device.
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Modernity in the Mountains.
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Astronomical Information makes the cosmos your compass. Astronomical, Map reading, and Navigational Skills.
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Camera, Flashlight, GPS, Solar Chargers.
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Notes on camera selection and use
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4 | 4 | 32 weeks 4 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Let there be Light!
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Trail electrics require energy, Solar Chargers are a solution.
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Post your information about your favorite snow camping trips here.
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5 | 5 | 11 weeks 4 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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The Arts of Backpacking
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Backpacking physical fitness
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5 | 6 | 29 weeks 3 days ago by Unidentified Hiker |
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Forum on Safety Issues in the High Sierra Nevada Mountains.
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9 | 9 | 9 weeks 1 day ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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The Art of Walking extends from the bottom of your feet through your heart, lungs, and mind, to the extent of your vision, |
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Efficient and effective camping |
1 | 1 | 47 weeks 4 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Rope and Knot craft |
2 | 2 | 1 year 23 weeks ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Time and Space in the Wilderness |
1 | 1 | 35 weeks 1 day ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Map tech for backpackers |
1 | 1 | 47 weeks 3 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Identify items from the website. Birds, bugs, plants, geology, geography, or people. link to the page you are identifying an item from.
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Living things encountered in the Sierras
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1 | 1 | 10 weeks 13 hours ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Bear encounters in the High Sierra Nevadas
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8 | 10 | 23 weeks 5 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Cat encounters and signs in the Sierra Nevada.
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2 | 2 | 24 weeks 3 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Images and descriptions of encounters with small High Sierra Mammals.
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1 | 1 | 24 weeks 4 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Cold Blooded Creatures of the High Sierra Nevada Mountains
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1 | 1 | 23 weeks 5 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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High Sierra Coyotes
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3 | 3 | 1 year 22 weeks ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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High Sierra Fish.
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3 | 3 | 1 year 23 weeks ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Sierra Nevada Trees encountered by backpackers and hikers.
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7 | 7 | 9 weeks 1 day ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Fungus in the High Sierra Nevada Mountains.
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3 | 3 | 14 weeks 6 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Sierra Nevada Flowers
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22 | 22 | 14 weeks 4 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Post up your pictures, videos, and High Sierra Spider encounters here.
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3 | 3 | 47 weeks 6 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Pictures, Information, and Insect Stories.
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1 | 14 | 41 weeks 3 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Butterflies.
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7 | 7 | 23 weeks 3 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Beetles encountered in High Sierra Nevada between Lake Tahoe and Mount Whitney
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2 | 2 | 6 weeks 1 day ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Concerning trail interactions between Day Hikers, bikers, Cowboys, Ranchers, Rangers, Trail Crew, Hunters, Scientists, and Backpackers. |
11 | 14 | 24 weeks 4 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Dogs are a part of trail culture.
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6 | 6 | 9 weeks 6 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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High Sierra Horseman, women, and their horses.
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2 | 2 | 11 weeks 1 day ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Good people representing the best of our country live in the Eastern Shadow of the Sierra Nevada Mountains from Kingsbury Grade to Lone Pine.
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1 | 1 | 24 weeks 6 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Jean Stricklee is leading a team of Vets North across the Sierra Crest along the Pacific Crest Trail.
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6 | 6 | 45 weeks 5 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Trail Crew is the ground level of trail culture, and the trail is the physical monument of that culture. Featuring trail crew and their work.
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7 | 9 | 26 weeks 3 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Encounters with hiking families and hiking kids, including Scouts and other Kid-centered organizations.
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2 | 2 | 42 weeks 6 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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News of interest to the backcountry community in and out of the Sierra.
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17 | 17 | 23 weeks 10 hours ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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History and Historical Markers and Monuments in the Sierra Nevada
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12 | 13 | 9 weeks 2 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Are you part of a High Sierra science team? Have you encountered working scientists in the Sierras? Tell us about your work or encounter here.
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4 | 4 | 1 year 10 weeks ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Sites related to backpacking the Sierras, and various applications of the backpacking arts. Survival, bushcraft, and different approaches to nature than backpacking are respected here.
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8 | 8 | 34 weeks 2 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Love fishing? Post up articles about your favorite fishing spots and trips in this forum.
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Post your favorite Car Camping Sites in the Sierra Nevada.
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3 | 3 | 9 weeks 18 hours ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Post Forum Topics about your Favorite places to backpack outside of the Sierras.
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3 | 3 | 50 weeks 3 days ago by Alex Wierbinski |
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Music, poetry, drawings, artists, photographers and musicians who's theme is natural.
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1 | 2 | 1 year 22 weeks ago by balzaccom |
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Want to share a ride to the Sierra, or a hike in the Sierra? Post up the day and locations you are driving from and to the Sierra, and the outline of your trip.
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2 | 4 | 43 weeks 3 days ago by Thomas Eusterbrock |
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